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Explore helpful articles on real estate, title insurance, legal tips, estate planning, and more, written by the local experts you trust in Central Illinois.

How Should You Hold Title in Illinois? A Guide to Property Ownership Types

Learn the differences between joint tenancy, tenancy in common, and tenancy by the entirety, and how to choose the best option for your property in Illinois.

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What’s the Difference Between a Title and a Deed?

Learn the key difference between a title and a deed in real estate, and why both matter when buying or selling property in Illinois.

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How to Do a 1031 Exchange in Illinois: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to do a 1031 exchange in Illinois to defer capital gains tax. Step-by-step guide from local title experts at Macon County Title.

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Before You List: Two Legal Red Flags That Can Derail a Real Estate Deal

Realtors: Watch for legal red flags when listing a home after death or during divorce. Ask the right questions to avoid delays or invalid deals.

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Should You Add Your Child to Your Home’s Title? Think Again.

Thinking of adding your child to your deed? Learn why it could cause tax issues, legal risks, and loss of control—and what to do instead.

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